The FDA has cleared the first blood test for Alzheimer’s for use in primary care settings specifically to rule out the presence of amyloid, a hallmark of the disease. “This is another important step toward expanding access to Alzheimer’s disease diagnostic tools,” said our president and chief executive officer @joannepikedrph. The blood test is intended to help primary care physicians determine which patients do not require Alzheimer’s-related follow-up tests, such as PET scans or cerebrospinal fluid analysis. This can significantly improve the diagnostic process by preventing unnecessary specialized testing for individuals whose cognitive issues stem from non-Alzheimer’s causes. The Association is committed to ensuring blood tests are used appropriately and effectively across all care settings. Read our full statement: bit.ly/4oh3Tiu.

Be on the lookout 👀 for the Alzheimer's Association logo on driver @SantinoFerrucci's number 14 car during this weekend's #Indy500. 🏁 Our partnership with @AJFoytRacing is raising Alzheimer's awareness on and off the race track! #ENDALZ

The FDA has cleared the first blood test to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer's. While there is still no stand-alone test to diagnose Alzheimer’s today, this FDA action marks an important step toward people obtaining an accurate diagnosis more quickly and earlier in the disease process, which is important now that there are treatments for early Alzheimer's. bit.ly/4dlIlwY

The FDA has cleared the first blood test to aid in diagnosis of Alzheimer’s. The test detects amyloid plaques, a hallmark of the disease, through a blood draw. “Today marks another important step in Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis,” said @DrMariaALZ. “With today’s action by the FDA we are hopeful it will be easier for more individuals to receive an accurate diagnosis earlier.” While there is no single, stand-alone test to diagnose Alzheimer’s disease today — including this newly approved test — blood testing can be an important piece of the diagnostic process. The Association is leading the development of clinical practice guidelines for the use of blood biomarker tests in specialty care settings, which will be debuted this summer at the #AAIC25, July 27-31 in Toronto and online. Read our full statement: alz.org/news/2025/fda-clears…

The bipartisan BOLD Alzheimer’s program is at risk. Take action NOW to urge your members of Congress to defend BOLD and continue strengthening our nation’s public health response to Alzheimer’s: bit.ly/42q2Qoi. #BOLDAlzheimersAct

Happy #NationalPuppyDay to the playful pups and pups-at-heart that stand by us in the fight to #ENDALZ. Thank you for making our lives a little brighter (and a lot fluffier)! 💜🐶

The bipartisan #CreditForCaringAct would create a non-refundable federal tax credit for caregivers that could be used to offset the costs of respite care, transportation and lost wages. Tell your members of Congress to support this bill ➡️ bit.ly/4grq3dF. #CreditForCaringAct

We did it, advocates! 🎆 The bipartisan NAPA Reauthorization Act and Alzheimer's Investment Act have been signed into law. These critical bills will renew our nation's commitment to addressing Alzheimer's by supporting research and improving the delivery of clinical care and services for people impacted by the disease. Thank you, advocates, for making this milestone moment possible. You met with your members, sent emails, picked up the phone and grew support on social media and beyond. This victory is yours. bit.ly/3NaiUSJ #NAPAAct #AlzInvestmentAct #ENDALZ

Great news from Capitol Hill! The House unanimously passed the bipartisan #NAPAAct and #AlzInvestmentAct! 🎆 These important bills are now on their way to the president’s desk for a signature because advocates like YOU made your voices heard.

Today, on World Alzheimer’s Day 🌎, we come together to raise awareness and take action in the fight to end Alzheimer’s. 💜 You can make a difference! Donate during our World Alzheimer’s Day 2X Match Challenge to double your impact on the fight to #ENDALZ: bit.ly/3XtjcZM. Unable to give? Then repost 🔁 with why you support the Alzheimer’s Association.

Help us send a very happy birthday to longtime #ENDALZ Celebrity Champion & #Dance2EndALZ founder @Kimwilliamspais! Thank you, Kim, for all that you do to support the fight to end Alzheimer’s in honor of your Mom.

Help us pass a happy birthday over to #ENDALZ Athlete and @OrlandoMagic star, @JettHoward5! Thank you for fighting to end Alzheimer's disease in honor of your grandmother. We'll see you at the #Walk2EndALZ on Oct. 5!